Self-Guided Boston's Beacon Hill Underground Railroad Audio Tour Walking Tour
Discover Beacon Hill's Underground Railroad history while walking its cobbled stones streets. On this historic adventure you'll see the old hidden alley's slave catchers once chased slaves, and where they hid for safety. You'll see the spots on the underground railroad that runways hid. You'll hear the stories of the brave souls that risked their lives to keep them save. This is a time in history we should never forget, and it's often overlooked in Boston's history.
This tour is unique because it's a Solo, self guided tour you can take anytime. The WalknTours app navigates you through Beacon Hill and plays the stories as you walk. It's like a personal tour guide, only it's on your phone, it's technology and way more convenient. Go when you want, at your own pace and stop anytime.
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Self-Guided Boston's Beacon Hill Underground Railroad Audio Tour Walking Tour
What's included in Self-Guided Boston's Beacon Hill Underground Railroad Audio Tour Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
You'll learn how the underground operated and stop by the John J Smith House and you'll learn about his station on the underground railroad and the people he helped.
After hearing more about Harriet Tubman's life the tour takes you to 83 Phillips Street, the former home of John Sweat Rock and his many firsts in history.
You'll stop by the station master Lewis Hayden's home and hear the stories of how he bravely saved countless runaways at this home here in Beacon Hill.
Inclusions
- WalknTours Solo Smart Phone guided tour "The Underground Railroad ' Beacon Hill"
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- The tour starts at the front door of the Charles Street Meeting House on the corner of Charles Street and Mt. Vernon Street in Beacon Hill. Here you will hear the history of the Charles Street meeting house, Harriet Tubman, Fredrick Douglas and other abolitionist who spoke here.
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This is a tiny company, just me (Hi I’m Greg!), and I’m here to help :). If you have questions text 617-991-3269. A copy of your ticket is below. HOW TO TAKE YOUR TOUR Experience code 'underground' How it works: Step 1: Download the WalknTours app on iPhone or Android. App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/walkntours/id1457662600 Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.walkntours Step 2: Register an Account or Login Step 3: Unlock Your Tour Chose Boston as your city Scroll down and find The Underground Railroad Beacon Hill and click it Click Enter Experience Code Enter the Experience Code 'underground' Click apply Step 4: Take the Tour Go to The Charles Street meeting house front door at 70 Charles Street, it's on the corner of Charles Street and Mt. Vernon Street. The Tour starts at the front door on the Mt. Vernon Street side. Open the tour and click start experience. Have questions? Email us [email protected] or text 617-991-3269.